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Job Description

The Vice President-Procurement & Distribution is charged with directing and managing all aspects of the procurement function for 200+ company owned, full-service restaurants in the eastern ; S / he is responsible for forecasting, procurement, logistical support and managing the process of getting food, beverage, and supply products to our restaurants. S / he will be tasked with the day-to-day management of the distribution system to ensure efficient and cost-effective storage and freight costs; the procurement of restaurant small wares, supplies, furniture, fixtures, and equipment; and, as appropriate, negotiation of certain service-related contracts as may be required from time to time. Working under the direction of the Chief Global Supply Chain Officer (the “CGSO”), S / he ensures that the restaurants operate within all related corporate policies and procedures pertaining to the purchasing function, including compliance with corporate purchasing programs, group purchasing initiatives where applicable and local codes and regulations.

Specifically, the Vice President- Procurement & Distribution is charged with :

• Implementing (and, where directed) designing processes, systems and procedures that maximizes efficiency of the supply chain infrastructure and supports the future growth plans of the Company.
• Monitoring commodity pricing and proactively addressing strategic product cost challenges.
• Negotiating and monitoring short and long-term pricing, contracts, and payment terms with all the Company’s suppliers.
• Assisting in the sourcing and building positive strategic partnerships with vendors locally and
• Continuously evaluating current and potential vendors in terms of price, quality, service, availability, reliability, and selection.
• Assisting the CGSO in developing strategies and tactics that drive continuous improvement and COGS reductions in operating efficiencies to deliver excellent guest service.
• Administering ongoing systems to monitor review and timely resolve all discrepancies with supplier invoices, claims, conflicts, or quality issues.
• Under the direction of the CGSO, work closely with Operations and Marketing to plan and forecast production / inventory requirements in terms of quantity and timing to meet customer demand, improve freshness, increase inventory turns, and maximize company profits.
• Building infrastructure, processes, and tools to maximize efficiencies while simplifying operational procedures.
• Plan and execute contingencies to avoid and minimize inventory losses.
• Working closely and collaboratively with the culinary and operations team to leverage vendor resources and maximize ROI from partnerships.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP & WORK LOCATION

The Vice President-Procurement & Distribution will be based in Dallas, TX and report to the Chief Global Supply Chain Officer (CGSO). Remote posting for the ideal candidate may be considered.

Job Requirements

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

As an integral member of the company’s staff, the candidate must exemplify the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and discretion. The individual should be highly confident of their abilities and possess excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data. The individual will have an entrepreneurially inspired bias for action. The candidate must be a leader, able to understand the dynamic of working to help a group reach a common vision and be willing to work within a lean department. Being creative, while possessing a healthy sense of humor and charm, will complement the candidate’s professional skills. The candidate must possess :

Semper Gumby”

COMPENSATION

Base salary and incentives will be commensurate with experience and will include a base salary, annual bonus incentive, and appropriate executive perquisites. Relocation expenses and other insurance / health benefits are included in the compensation package.